Reports to:
Director of Operations

JOB SUMMARY
St. Bernard Project, a non-profit rebuilding organization, seeks a goal-oriented and benchmark driven Senior Manager of Construction, MOC. The MOC will provide oversight and management for St. Bernard Project’s construction programs that include the following functions coordinating workers, material, and equipment, ensuring the specifications are being followed, and work flows on schedule and within budget. The MOC will lead the construction department in executing SBP’s strategic plan, as it relates to construction, by establishing priorities and determining resource allocation for efficient and effective delivery of all construction projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Providing leadership and management for the scheduled completion of building quality homes
• Establishing and maintaining proper administration of construction policy and procedures
• Obtaining all necessary permits and licenses.
• Tracking and controlling construction schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocated.
• Maintaining a good communication with the positions direct supervisor, the Director of Operations and other departments that rely on work of related to construction.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a four-year degree program preferably in construction management, construction science, architecture or business administration.
• Four years or more of experience assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity.

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Note:
This job description is not all inclusive, other duties are assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

Please send resume and cover letter to HR@stbernardproject.org with “Senior Manager of Construction” in the subject line.

Reports to:
Director of Construction
Salary Range: Competitive compensation package including health benefits and vacation/sick days

JOB DESCRIPTION:
St. Bernard Project (SBP), is committed to rebuilding safe, stable and permanent housing for vulnerable residents who are still struggling from the impacts of Hurricane Katrina. The Residential Construction Superintendent plays a key role in directing and managing the construction team in completing this mission. The Residential Construction Superintendent is responsible for planning and completing work on homes in the pre construction phase. This work is done by in house trades teams, subcontracted labor and skilled volunteers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• review estimates and scopes of work for each house and edit as necessary
• develop schedule for all pre construction work and
• verify work is completed to code/standard/specifications
• meet schedule and deadlines
• track and report on progress of homes in pre construction to Director of Construction
• coordinate delivery of materials and equipment
• provide training, leader and support to other team members as necessary
• ensures all company policies and procedures are followed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Seven (7) years project management experience in residential construction both rehab and new construction
• Read and edit architectural plans and renderings
• Professional, positive demeanor
• Advanced knowledge of local codes for framing, foundations, electric, plumbing, HVAC
• Manage and complete multiple residential projects and deadlines concurrently
• Develop and follow processes and procedures
• Ability to hold colleagues and direct reports accountable
• Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain positive attitude and focus in fast paced work place
• Ability to lead a diverse team and achieve excellent results
• Strong organizational skills and ability to delegate tasks effectively
• Highly self motivated and deep commitment to personal responsibility
• High regard for safety
• Strong passion for the mission of the St Bernard Project

REQUIREMENTS:

• Driver’s license
• Successful work history
• Be able to pass a Criminal Background Check
• Possess verifiable references
• Proof of employment eligibility

To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to HR@stbernardproject.org with “Residential Construction Superintendent” in the subject line.

Reports to:
Manager of Construction

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Carpenter is responsible for completing Rough and finish carpentry work on St. Bernard Project’s clients’ homes/jobsites. This work includes:

• Measure materials or distances, using square, measuring tape, or rule to lay out work.
• Cut or saw boards, timbers, or plywood to required size, using handsaw, power saw, or woodworking machine.
• Assemble and fasten material together to construct wood or metal framework of structure, using bolts, nails, or screws; Anchor and brace forms and other structures in place, using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges, and timbers.
• Erect forms, framework, scaffolds, hoists, roof supports, or chutes, using hand tools, plumb rule, and level.
• Install rough door and window frames, subflooring, fixtures, or temporary supports in structures undergoing construction or repair.
• Examine structural timbers and supports to detect decay, and replace timbers as required, using hand tools, nuts, and bolts.
• Bore bolt holes in timber, masonry or concrete walls, using power drill.
• Install interior doors, trim, baseboard and cabinets.
• Comfort reading blueprints and/or diagrams to understand dimensions of structure or form to be constructed.

KNOWLEDGE

• Ability and willingness to work alongside peers with varying skill levels (apprentice and journeyman) and diverse backgrounds (AmeriCorps, veterans, long term volunteers).
• Willingness to learn and adhere to International Residential Code and Louisiana code.
• Willingness to learn and apply practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, quality control, cost control and safety that are required to complete a project to building codes
• Willingness to learn to read blueprints and architectural plans
• Willingness to take direct and show initiative necessary to complete layout, framing, finishing of projects
• Interest in developing mathematical and analytical skills

REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Successful work history.

Job requirements for all carpenter applicants at the time of the interview include:

• Valid State Driver’s License/Reliable Transportation
• Valid Social Security Number/Card
• Be able to pass a Criminal Background Check
• Possess verifiable references

JOB DESCRIPTION
An Electrician Apprentice is responsible for completing rough and finish electrical work on St. Bernard Project’s clients’ homes/job sites. Some prior electrical knowledge is a plus but not required. This work includes:

• Learning new skills in the electrician trade
• Communicating with supervisor on project requirements and time-lines
• Assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
• Diagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem/non-compliance with code
• Connecting wires to circuit breakers or other components
• Supporting Construction Managers and Site Supervisors to ensure job site safety and security

QUALIFICATIONS

• A strong work ethic and ability to learn new skills
• Ability and willingness to work alongside peers with varying skill levels and diverse backgrounds
• Willingness to learn and adhere to construction codes
• Willingness to learn and apply practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, quality control, cost control and safety that are required to complete a project to building codes
• Willingness to take direction and show initiative
• High regard for safety
• Strong passion for the work of the St Bernard Project

REQUIREMENTS

• Be able to pass a Criminal Background Check
• Possess verifiable references
• Proof of employment eligibility

Please send resume or questions to HR@stbernardproject.org

JOB DESCRIPTION

The licensed plumber is responsible for managing 1-3 crews of carpenters working on St. Bernard Project’s client’s homes/jobsites. Project scopes include:

• Preliminary plumbing work
• Finish plumbing work
• Creates and maintains a safe, clean, and neat work environment
• Assumes the safe and proper use of tools and equipment

KNOWLEDGE

• Ability and willingness to successfully manage multiple teams and projects of varying skill levels (apprentice and journeyman) and diverse backgrounds (AmeriCorps, veterans, long term volunteers).
• Extensive knowledge of the International Residential Code and Louisiana code.
• Understanding of what practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, quality control, cost control and safety are required to complete a project to the applicable building codes
• Understanding of how to build capacity of apprentice and journeyman level plumbers through proper training and management.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and architectural plans
• Able to successfully complete projects with limited or no supervision
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills that will result in accurate material and labor estimates and job cost reports

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of five (5) years in all phases of residential construction
Must have extensive supervisory experience
Valid State Driver’s License/Reliable Transportation
Valid Social Security Number/Card
Be able to pass a Criminal Background Check
Possess verifiable references
RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs work on St. Bernard Project’s client’s homes, or jobsites, as assigned including but not limited to the following:

• Install new plumbing fixtures, including new lines, traps, and drains
• Install water heaters, drains, tubs, faucets, valves, pumps, and commodes
• Assembles pipes to repair/extend old plumbing lines and/or add new lines, including cutting and fabricating materials
• Review work orders and prepare material list for completion of jobs
• Perform tracing for leaks in pipes, lines and fixtures
• Lay out/install water/drain lines to meet parish code
• A strong work ethic and ability to learn new skills
• Ability and willingness to work alongside peers with varying skill levels and diverse backgrounds
• Willingness to learn and adhere to construction codes
• Willingness to learn and apply practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, to building codes, materials, quality control, cost control and safety that are required to complete a project
• Willingness to take direction and show initiative
• High regard for safety
• Strong passion for the work of the St Bernard Project

St. Bernard Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply send resume to HR@stbernardproject.org

Reports to:
Construction Manager
 
JOB DESCRIPTION

Our team, St. Bernard Project (SBP), recognizes the importance of assisting families to move back into their homes. Since the need is significant, there is a sense of urgency for our team to work as efficiently as possible to remove barriers that allow residents to move into safe and permanent housing. Project Manager is responsible for the day to day construction development of homes within the assigned geographic region. Responsible for:

• Leading/supporting/training site Supervisors.
• Directly supervising teams with limited construction experience to ensure quality control and safety.
• Working directly with Director of Construction to develop schedule, delivery of materials and monitoring of each house.
• Consistent communication with homeowners regarding timelines, development and changes.
• Scheduling of equipment for delivery from internal warehouse.
• Ensuring all company policies/procedures are followed.
• Completing daily/weekly reports of all homes.

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Three (3) years project management experience in residential construction.
• Ability to communicate and lead
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor while representing St.Bernard Project to home owners and volunteers
• Strong sense of urgency
• Organizational skills

St. Bernard Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply send resume to HR@stbernardproject.org

St. Bernard Project, is committed to rebuilding safe, stable and permanent housing for vulnerable residents who are still struggling from the impacts of Hurricane Katrina. The Human Resources Coordinator handles the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Coordinator drives practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior team. This is done by carrying out responsibilities in the following functional areas: hiring, information systems, employee relations, benefits, compensation, professional development and compliance.
 
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates with Director of Team Services and Manager of AmeriCorps Program.
• Ensures compliance to regulatory concerns and reporting
• Supports on-boarding of new employees by processing new employee information, completing background checks and presenting organizational policies and procedures
• Maintains up-to-date employee files by completing data entry and filing as needed
• Supports the orientation of new employees, training of current employees and exit interviews for departing employees
• Plans staff meetings and events

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent communication skills
• Flexibility to learn new skills and improve current systems
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform tasks effectively
• Strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality and professionalism
• Able to work in a fast paced, constantly changing work place
• Positive attitude, ability to take initiative and be self-motivated
• Strong passion for the work of the St Bernard Project
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Successful work history
• Employment Eligibility Documentation
• Be able to pass a Criminal Background Check
• Possess verifiable references

To apply, send resume and cover letter to HR@stbernardproject.org

St. Bernard Project, is committed to rebuilding safe, stable and permanent housing for vulnerable residents who are still struggling from the impacts of Hurricane Katrina. The Regional AmeriCorps Manager handles the day-to-day operations of the AmeriCorps program for his/her region and drives practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior AmeriCorps team.
 
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ultimate owner of AmeriCorps functions under supervision and support of the National AmeriCorps Program Manager and Director, Team Services and Administrator, Team Services.
• AmeriCorps Budget Creation and Maintenance – to be approved by Director, Finance
• Recruitment (March through October)To be constructed with input from vital managers as to needs
• Conduct interviews, select members, extend offers to include compiling and filing necessary pre-term information on each applicant and purchasing t-shirts, sweatshirts and other resources
• AmeriCorps Performance Management
• Supervise time tracking
• Performance Evaluations – oversee implementation of functional mid- and end-of-term evaluations
• Participate in corrective action and corrective intervention when necessary.
• Conduct mandatory AmeriCorps trainings as necessary
• General Team Services
• Alternative Team Services member for internal disputes, corrective actions, Team Services general information
• Will need basic training to ensure compliance in HR including applicable laws and procedures for all SBP staff (outside of AmeriCorps).

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent communication skills
• Flexibility to learn new skills and improve current systems
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform tasks effectively
• Strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality and professionalism
• Able to work in a fast paced, constantly changing work place
• Positive attitude, ability to take initiative and be self-motivated
• Strong passion for the work of the St Bernard Project
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Successful work history
• Employment Eligibility Documentation
• Be able to pass a Criminal Background Check
• Possess verifiable references

To apply, send resume and cover letter to HR@stbernardproject.org

Join St. Bernard Project’s Veterans Corps and take on your next mission

Thank you for your interest in St. Bernard Project’s VetCorps Program. VetCorps is operated through our AmeriCorps program, filling the same positions within the organization with some additional steps geared towards working with military veterans in their transition to civilian life while they serve the community through our program.  Veterans Corps members serve side by side with SBP’s 60+ AmeriCorps members and 200+ daily volunteers in every phase of construction  SBP is currently interviewing for our 2012-2013 VetCorps Program. Participation in this program requires a full time, 10 month service commitment that will begin in mid-August.

St. Bernard Project’s VetCorps members serve in many facets of our operations–in both field work and office positions. You do not necessarily need construction experience to work on our construction team as long as you have a sincere desire to learn the skill sets necessary to succeed. We are currently recruiting members for the following positions:

Site Supervisor
The Site Supervisor is responsible for providing on the ground support at a client’s home, known as a project site, for all aspects of a family’s rebuilding project including managing/requesting tools and materials, ensuring progress and high quality of construction work, maintaining a safe and organized work site, as well as interacting with the homeowners and leading volunteers.

Site Maintenance & Safety Coordinator
A key position within the organization, the Site Maintenance & Safety Coordinator must understand processes that are complex at times. In doing this, they seamlessly integrate the different pieces of the construction office. The Site Maintenance & Safety Coordinator maintains all construction office operations, as well as tracks data on houses and ensures that necessary permits and inspections are obtained to allow for a continuous flow of work.

Skilled Specialist – Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical

Warehouse & Supply Runner

Who Should Apply
St. Bernard Project is looking for highly motivated individuals who are ready to devote their energy to restoring our community. Members will play a vital role in rebuilding our clients’ homes and in fostering a more veteran-friendly environment within their colleges and the larger community.

The Benefits
In exchange for their service, Veterans Corps members will receive a living stipend of $1210 per month and an education award of $5500 upon completion of their service term. Members will also receive training on how to access the benefits and opportunities available to veterans and gain valuable professional/construction experience.

St. Bernard Project uses a three stage application/interview process:
1) Receipt of application materials (Cover Letter, Resume and AmeriCorps electronic application)
2) First round interview
3) Second round interview

Through this three part process, we strive to identify your strengths and areas of best fit within SBP. We also aim to give you a good sense of what it means to be a member of the SBP team. Pick a position of interest and write a cover letter describing why you would be a good fit for that position. Submit this along with a current resume to Kevin Booher, VetCorps Program Manager and former Marine, at veterans@stbernardproject.org and complete the AmeriCorps application by clicking here.

Bring disaster-impacted families back home. Become a part of St. Bernard Project.
St. Bernard Project is building a movement to revolutionize disaster recovery in America and create solutions to for families in need of safe, affordable housing. To achieve this goal, St. Bernard Project is seeking passionate leaders from across the country to join our work. St. Bernard Project recruits exceptional college graduates, talented professionals and dedicated retirees who are ready to commit themselves to 10 months of service that will meet the needs of American citizens impacted by disasters.


Why join
As a member of St. Bernard Project you will become a part of the growing national service movement, as well as get the opportunity to develop valuable professional skills with a dynamic organization that is pioneering a new model for disaster recovery. AmeriCorps members serve in virtually all facets of SBP’s operation, so you have the opportunity to gain a variety of skills sets according to your professional goals.

St. Bernard Project is a nationally-recognized leader in post-Katrina recovery. Having just launched our first affiliate office to address the needs in Joplin, MO, SBP is an ever-evolving organization that is poised to become a national model for disaster recovery.

The need
To date, St. Bernard Project has rebuilt 430+ homes in the Greater New Orleans area due in large part to the 39,000+ volunteers who have dedicated their time and energy to restoring our community. Despite the progress we have achieved, there are many lingering barriers keeping individuals and families from returning to their homes. More than six years after Hurricane Katrina, the people of New Orleans still need our help. Currently, 6,000 – 10,000 families own homes they cannot afford to rebuild, and currently live in another form of temporary housing, including gutted homes, apartments they can’t afford, or crowded family homes.

St. Bernard Project has recently launched operates in Joplin, where an estimated 7,500 homes were damaged by the EF5 tornado that hit in May 2011. With 4,000 of these homes located in the area defined as catastrophic by FEMA, the need for an efficient strategy to rebuild is imperative.Thankfully, St. Bernard Project is poised to help address the housing crisis in the communities in which it operates and create solutions to make affordable housing truly affordable.

Who we are looking for
St. Bernard Project seeks individuals from all backgrounds and life experiences who have what it takes to develop innovative solutions that bring families back home in communities still struggling to recover from natural disasters. While there is no “ideal” St. Bernard Project team member, we believe the following traits are common amongst our members – problem solving, strong leadership, drive, flexibility, and positivity.St. Bernard Project is currently hiring for the following positions:
- Site Supervisor
- Assistant Electrician
- Assistant Plumber
- Assistant Carpenter
- Warehouse Coordinator
- Client Services Coordinator
- Volunteer Coordinator

How to apply
All applicants should complete our application online. For more information on AmeriCorps, visit www.americorps.gov.

Benefits
-Living stipend of $12,100 distributed across 10 month term
-Education award of $5,500 upon successful completion of term
-Free limited benefits health insurance
-Training opportunities

As an SBP Reserve, you will lead volunteers in rebuilding homes 2 or more days each month. Through shadowing current staff and completing hands-on construction work, you will receive extensive training in how to manage a worksite and rebuild homes according to SBP’s method. This position is ideal for local volunteers looking to gain leadership skills while playing a vital role in our community’s recovery.